Raymond Pettibon’s Four‑Bar Logo: How a Simple Graphic Became a Punk Icon

This episode follows the origins and impact of the stark four‑bar emblem that came to define Black Flag. We explore how artist Raymond Pettibon created the logo in 1977, its adoption by an emerging band still searching for an identity, and how that minimalistic design was copied across fanzines, posters, t‑shirts, and street art. The discussion traces the symbol’s spread through hardcore scenes nationwide, its role in reinforcing punk’s DIY ethos, and why the image endures in skate parks, galleries, and contemporary streetwear.

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